IPL 2025: Prabhsimran Singh’s Blazing 91 and Arshdeep’s Fiery Spell Power PBKS to 37-Run Victory Over LSG
In a thrilling encounter at the picturesque HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala, Punjab Kings (PBKS) delivered a commanding performance to outclass Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) by 37 runs in the IPL 2025 season on Sunday. The match showcased a masterclass from in-form opener Prabhsimran Singh, who smashed a breathtaking 91, and a devastating opening spell by left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh, who dismantled LSG’s top order.
Prabhsimran, continuing his red-hot form with a third consecutive fifty-plus score, anchored Punjab’s mammoth total of 236 for 5. His 91 off just 55 balls was laced with six fours and seven towering sixes, setting the tone for a high-octane clash. A late blitz from Shashank Singh, who scored an unbeaten 33 off 15 balls, further propelled PBKS to a formidable score.
On the bowling front, Arshdeep Singh was the wrecker-in-chief, striking early blows in the powerplay. The 26-year-old speedster dismissed key LSG batsmen Mitchell Marsh, Aiden Markram, and Nicholas Pooran in quick succession, finishing with figures of 3 for 29. His fiery spell effectively knocked LSG out of playoff contention, rendering their chase a near-impossible task.
Chasing a daunting 237, LSG faltered despite a valiant effort from Ayush Badoni, who fought a lone battle with a gritty 74 off 40 balls. However, with little support from the other end, LSG could only manage 199 for 7, falling well short of the target.
Reflecting on the game, Prabhsimran’s innings was a spectacle of aggression and composure. His knock nearly culminated in a second IPL century, but he fell for 91 attempting an audacious switch-hit off spinner Digvesh Rathi. Earlier, PBKS faced a setback when opener Priyansh Arya was dismissed for just 1, caught at deep backward point off Akash Singh’s bowling.
The momentum shifted decisively in Punjab’s favor when Josh Inglis launched an assault on LSG’s pace sensation Mayank Yadav, smashing three consecutive sixes. Reports suggest that Mayank, post his rehabilitation at the BCCI’s National Cricket Academy, has lost around 15 kmph of his raw pace, a factor Inglis exploited ruthlessly.
After Inglis’s departure, Prabhsimran found a perfect ally in captain Shreyas Iyer, who contributed a brisk 45 off 25 balls. Their 78-run partnership in just 7.5 overs dismantled LSG’s bowling plans, aided by sloppy fielding, particularly from pacer Avesh Khan. Khan had a forgettable day, leaking 57 runs in his 4 overs, with Prabhsimran targeting him for consecutive sixes over mid-wicket.
LSG’s bowlers struggled to adapt, consistently feeding Prabhsimran’s strengths, allowing him to dictate terms. Digvesh Rathi eventually broke the dangerous stand by dismissing Iyer, becoming the first spinner this season to claim the PBKS captain’s wicket.
As the IPL 2025 season intensifies, this victory reinforces Punjab Kings’ dominance at home and boosts their playoff aspirations. For LSG, this defeat marks a bitter end to their postseason hopes, leaving them with plenty to ponder ahead of the next campaign.
With performances like Prabhsimran’s explosive batting and Arshdeep’s clinical bowling, PBKS fans have every reason to dream big. Can they sustain this momentum? Only time will tell, but for now, Dharamsala echoes with the roar of the Punjab Lions!